Data Officers

The Data Team delivers both strategic and operational intelligence and data services across the council to drive better outcomes. This role is essential for providing the capacity needed to produce all statutory reporting datasets for Children’s Services, Education, Early Years, Youth Support and Families. The role will lead on termly education data collections and the provision of cluster and data packs. Senior Data Officers play a critical part in ensuring the council meets its statutory obligations by leading on this work by delivering accurate, timely, and efficient workforce information, performance data, and insightful analysis. By supporting evidence-based decision-making, these roles help achieve organisational and service objectives and contribute to improved outcomes for our communities.

• Data Analysis & Interpretation - Ability to analyse large datasets, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Statistical Knowledge - Understanding of basic statistical methods for validating data accuracy and reliability.
• Database Management - Experience with SQL or similar tools for querying and managing data.
• Data Visualization - Proficiency in tools like Power BI or Excel to present data clearly.
• Data Quality Assurance - Skills in validating, cleaning, and maintaining accurate datasets.
• Statutory Reporting - Knowledge of statutory requirements for Youth Support, Children’s Services and Families.

Essential Experience

• Statutory Reporting

Proven experience in preparing and submitting statutory returns within Children’s Services, Education and Families * Data Reporting Demonstrated ability to produce accurate reports. * Data Quality Management Hands-on experience in validating, cleaning, and maintaining high-quality data for compliance and decision-making. * Use of Reporting Tools Practical experience with tools such as Excel (advanced functions) and Power BI for data visualization and dashboards. * Database & Querying Familiarity with SQL or similar querying languages for extracting and manipulating data. Our Offer We have a number of rewards and benefits available to our staff, to view these please visit our Our aspiration is to be a truly flexible employer. We welcome discussion on location, hours and working pattern as part of the application process. You will be expected to demonstrate how you meet the key accountabilities and competencies in this Our are to be read in conjunction with our Recruitment Pack.